War in Ukraine
Talks between the US, Russia, and Ukraine took place in Abu Dhabi, during which the parties exchanged 314 prisoners of war. However, no progress has been made on the issue of control over Donbas.
EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos announced her intention to review the partnership with Turkey ahead of her visit to Ankara on February 6. Turkey is seen as an important partner due to its potential role in the Black Sea region after the war in Ukraine.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine clarified the Starlink verification procedure through SpaceX's "whitelist. " Terminals included in the list operate without restrictions, while those used by Russians are blocked.
Estonia is closing the Luhamaa and Koidula checkpoints on the border with the Russian Federation for the night from February 24 for three months. This decision will allow resources to be reallocated to strengthen border security due to provocations by the Russian Federation.
The head of the NSDC's Center for Countering Disinformation, Kovalenko, reported a massive Russian attack on Kropyvnytskyi. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warned of a threat after the take-off of a MiG-31K and an attack by enemy drones.
Dmytro Lubinets and Tatyana Moskalkova held a meeting, exchanging letters from prisoners of war. They agreed on the delivery of humanitarian parcels for all prisoners.
About a third of the countries participating in the military AI summit agreed to regulate the use of the technology in combat. However, military giants China and the US refused to participate.
Over the past day, 152 combat engagements took place on the front, including 31 in the Pokrovsk direction and 23 in the Huliaipole direction. The enemy launched 80 air strikes and used 6235 kamikaze drones.
On February 5, Russian troops lost 720 soldiers and 826 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 06.02.26 amount to over 1.2 million people.
Russia is trying to compensate for its losses by luring orphans into the war against Ukraine with promises of free housing. Adult orphans, who have been waiting for housing for years, often agree to a contract, but most die without ever receiving what was promised.
In January 2026, units of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine demined 1189 hectares of territories liberated from the occupiers. 504 explosive ordnance items were destroyed, and the safety of agricultural lands, roads, power lines, and railways was restored.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that further US sanctions against Russia depend on negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. Washington will consider new sanctions against Russia's shadow fleet if peace talks do not yield results.
A couple was killed as a result of a drone strike on Vilniansk. A private house was destroyed, and a 49-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman were killed.
9 people, including 6 with limited mobility, were evacuated from Druzhkivka, Donetsk region. Due to daily shelling, rescuers urge residents to leave the city.
Russian officials are warning Putin of a potential economic crisis that could engulf the country by summer. Falling revenues and pressure on the banking system point to a growing budget deficit.
Finland is transferring its 32nd military aid package to Ukraine, valued at 43 million euros, including materials from the Finnish defense industry. The total value of defense aid from Finland has reached 3.2 billion euros.
As a result of the night attack on Zaporizhzhia on February 6, a 14-year-old boy was injured. Russian drones damaged houses in the private sector.
Ukrzaliznytsia transported 116 Ukrainians released from Russian captivity during the first exchange this year. Among them are military personnel and civilians, most of whom have been in captivity since 2022.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi held a meeting on the adaptation of new recruits, air cover, and shelters. He emphasized the need to improve the level of instructors and the equipment of training centers.
Ukrzaliznytsia and the Ministry of Communities and Territories Development have prepared changes regarding dynamic pricing for premium segment tickets and new refund rules. The cost of tickets in SV carriages and 1st class Intercity trains will depend on the time of year, day of the week, date of purchase, and train occupancy, while refunds will depend on the period of cancellation of the trip.
Since the beginning of the day, 140 combat engagements have taken place. The enemy used 4,130 kamikaze drones and carried out 2,315 shelling attacks.
In Kyiv, 1126 high-rise buildings remain without heating due to significant damage to the thermal power plant. Additional heating points have been deployed, some of which operate around the clock.
President Zelenskyy announced upcoming meetings regarding the end of the war, which are likely to take place in the US. Ukraine is ready for all formats that will bring peace closer.
Donald Trump claims he prevented nuclear wars between Pakistan and India, Iran and Israel, and Russia and Ukraine. He also announced the restoration of the US armed forces, including nuclear weapons, and the creation of the Space Force.
Donald Trump, in a Truth Social Post, expressed support for Viktor Orbán, calling him a strong leader who tirelessly fights for his country. Trump endorsed his re-election as Prime Minister of Hungary.
President Zelenskyy approved new combat operations by the SBU aimed at further weakening the enemy. He also noted the successes of the Ukrainian military in January, who eliminated 30,000 occupiers.
As a result of a drone attack on Kyiv, the building of the National Library of Ukraine for Children was damaged. The blast wave blew out 10 window units and a balcony door, and cracks were found in the walls and foundation.
Delegations from the US, Ukraine, and Russia held trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi. The parties discussed ending the war, monitoring the ceasefire, and agreed on a prisoner exchange.
On February 6, hourly shutdown schedules and power limitations will be applied in all regions of Ukraine. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
In Odesa, an unknown man attacked a TCC serviceman during a document check, using tear gas and inflicting a stab wound. The injured person was hospitalized, and his condition is stable.